Your grow guide

You've got this. Let's grow your soda can flowers.

Pansy or daisy, from soda can to first sprouts. Pick your flower, then follow four short steps.

Which flower are you growing?

Day counter

When did you plant?

We'll tell you what to expect each day, so you never wonder if it's working.

Planting day

Plant in four steps

Timeline

What happens, day by day

Set your planting day above and we'll highlight where you are.

Day 1PlantSoak, fluff, sow and give it a drink. That is it for today.
Days 2 to 6Quiet daysNothing showing yet is normal. Keep it moist, warm and bright.
Days 7 to 21First sproutsLook for your first pansy sprouts.
Second set of leavesStart feedingWater with balanced plant fertilizer mixed at half strength.

Know your plants

Meet your flower

Pansy

Viola wittrockiana

Sprouts in: 7 to 21 days
Sow: About 1/8 inch deep
Light: Full to partial sun

Tip: Pansy seeds need darkness to germinate: make sure seeds are completely covered. Pansy seeds germinate best in cooler temperatures between 65° and 70°F.